About SickKids

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

In support of SickKids 2030, the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to join the SickKids AI Service. This service is responsible for driving corporate strategic projects and guiding the responsible deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) across the enterprise. The Project Manager will manage a pipeline of high impact AI and non-AI projects and play a pivotal role in scaling AI to support research, education, clinical care, and operational excellence. Working as part of an entrepreneurial team, this position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of strategy and AI in a leading academic health sciences centre.

Here is What You'll Get to Do:

• Lead and support delivery of AI and enterprise strategic initiatives by working closely with executive sponsors, portfolio leaders, and project teams to plan, track, and operationalize priorities.
• Partner across the organization to define project priorities, requirements, interdependencies, and success metrics, ensuring alignment with SickKids' corporate strategy and AI Service objectives.
• Plan and facilitate strategy and AI project development activities, including stakeholder engagement, environmental scans, qualitative and quantitative analysis, and synthesis of insights to inform decision-making.
• Support governance, reporting, and decision-making by preparing updates, dashboards, and materials for senior leadership, steering committees, funders, and other governance bodies.
• Develop tools, analytics, and processes to track progress, risks, budgets, and outcomes across a portfolio of AI and strategic projects, enabling transparent and consistent reporting.
• Support business cases, funding requests, and grant proposals to advance strategic and AI enabled initiatives.
• Facilitate collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, fostering strong relationships with clinicians, researchers, educators, IT leaders, and external partners to drive adoption and integration of AI and other strategic initiatives.
• Support change, communication, and capability building, including the organization of workshops, training, and engagement activities related to AI and strategic priorities.
• Stay current on global paediatric academic health sciences trends, emerging technologies, and leading practices to inform strategy and project design.

Here is What You'll Need:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Health Sciences, Health Administration, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Business Administration); Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in program or project management, preferably within healthcare, consulting, academic centres, health tech, or life sciences.
• Experience working with AI technologies, data science, and digital health initiatives is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership skills with experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
• Demonstrated understanding of AI concepts, tools, and applications in healthcare.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Financial acumen, with ability to identify revenue generating opportunities and novel business models
• Familiarity with governance, ethics, and regulatory considerations related to AI in healthcare.
• Proficiency with software programs for tracking metrics, projects planning, and budget projections.

Personal Attributes

• Innovative thinker with a passion for advancing health sciences through technology.
• Collaborative team player with a commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
• High degree of organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

Here's What You'll Love:

• Join the SickKids Team and work alongside the best and brightest, with freedom to innovate and be your authentic self. Supports include Tuition Reimbursement Program, Wellness & Peer Support Programs, and Group Benefits Program.
• Flexible hybrid work environment.
• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Health Equity and Inclusion.
• The opportunity to make an impact contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
• A focus on creating exceptional employee experiences for our People and Culture.

Our Commitment to Diversity

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

Accessibility & Accommodation

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

How To Apply

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Every application is reviewed by a human recruiter and all hiring decisions are made by people. In some cases, AI-assisted tools are used to help review applications based on job-related qualifications.

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